What is the cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Liverpool?

The cheapest way to get from Portpatrick to Liverpool is to bus which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Liverpool?

The fastest way to get from Portpatrick to Liverpool is to drive which takes 4h 17m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Portpatrick and Liverpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Portpatrick to Liverpool. However, there are services departing from South Crescent and arriving at Liverpool, Liverpool One via Port Rodie and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 9m.

How far is it from Portpatrick to Liverpool?

The distance between Portpatrick and Liverpool is 335 miles. The road distance is 223.2 miles.

How do I travel from Portpatrick to Liverpool without a car?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Liverpool without a car is to train which takes 8h 37m and costs £50 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Portpatrick to Liverpool?

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Portpatrick to Liverpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portpatrick to Liverpool bus from?

Portpatrick to Liverpool bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Port Rodie station.

Train or bus from Portpatrick to Liverpool?

The best way to get from Portpatrick to Liverpool is to train which takes 8h 37m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £80 and takes 9h 9m.

Where does the Portpatrick to Liverpool bus arrive?

Portpatrick to Liverpool bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Portpatrick to Liverpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Portpatrick to Liverpool is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Portpatrick to Liverpool.

Where can I stay near Liverpool?

There are 2054+ hotels available in Liverpool.

Portpatrick to Liverpool - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car ferry, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Portpatrick to Liverpool by train, bus, car ferry, car, busferry, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Stranraer to Ayr
2. Take the train from Ayr to Glasgow Central
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Liverpool Lime Street
8h 37m
£51–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Rodie to Buchanan Bus Station923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
9h 9m
£50–80
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Cairnryan to Belfast
2. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool
13h 40m
£67–238
Drive 221.9 mi
1. Drive from Portpatrick to Liverpool221.9 mi
4h 17m
£56–81
Bus via Preston
1. Take the bus from Stranraer Port Rodie to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Bus StationUk030
11h 53m
Bus and ferry, fly
1. Take the busferry from Cairnryan Stena Terminal to Belfast, Europa Buscentre
2. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Liverpool (LPL)BFS - LPL
8h 53m

Portpatrick to Liverpool by bus, foot, and train

21Weekly Services

8h 37mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 332.8 mi
Duration: 8h 37m

What companies run services between Portpatrick, Scotland and Liverpool, England?

You can take a bus from South Crescent to Liverpool Lime Street via Cross, Stranraer, Ayr, and Glasgow Central in around 8h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Crescent to Liverpool, Liverpool One via Cross, Port Rodie, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 9h 9m.

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